Snowboarding and Skiing at Hyundai Sungwoo Resort in South Korea

A view of the mountain from the bottom of Hyundai Sungwoo.

    Snowboarding in Korea sounded like a joke after living in Colorado for 2 years and shredding the slopes of Vail. Vail has 33 lifts, 7 back bowls, and 11,570 feet (3527 m) of elevation. Where as Sungwoo has only 9 lifts, no bowls, and 896m of elevation. But I have to admit, the fresh powder at Sungwoo Resort was quite impressive for such a small mountain. And even better, there were no lines for lifts during the peak Lunar New Year holiday. Simply because Sungwoo is still a relatively new, all season resort which opened in 2004.
    If you are looking for crazy double blacks, this is not your place. The double blacks that are listed on their mountain are more like blues back in America if you ask me. But if you want to avoid crazy lines, a crowded slope, and enjoy a quick hour and a half drive from Seoul, then this is your place. I strongly recommend this resort for those that are beginners. The conditions on the bottom of the slope are perfect for those just starting out, they really keep good care of the mountain which ensures lots of fresh snow and no icy patches.

My friends and I rocking our rented snowboard outfits at the highest run!

     So lets talk about prices. The prices can be outrageously cheap if you book a package in advance. I got my entire package for 50,000 won which included transportation, and 50% off your lift ticket, and rental.  Renting clothes for the day is really cheap at only 13,000 won, which includes pants and a jacket. The clothes are very comfortable and stylish! I had a bright neon pink jacket lined with fur around the hood. A snowboard rental is 28,000 and an all day lift ticket is 64,000 won. Keep in mind, if you book a package tour in advance by calling, you can get all of these things half price including free transportation.
    Getting to Sungwoo is easy. Simply look up the bus schedule on their Korean Website and see what time the bus gets to your nearest location. I took the 6:05 bus at Jongak Station on a Saturday morning. You need to call (02) 2201-7710 in advance to reserve your seat on the bus. Find out more information at their newly remodeled English Website.

Colorful boards outside of the Starbucks at the base!

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